Science Technician | Internal Candidates Only

Job description
SCIENCE TECHNICIAN - Internal Candidates Only

Salary - Grade 4 Points 7 – 10 (FTE £27,++6 - £2+, 280) (Pay Award Pending)

Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm (30 hours per week)

Term Time plus + days (3+.8 weeks per year)

The school requires a suitable candidate with laboratory experience or a scientific background to join our team of Science Technicians. The successful applicant will mainly be responsible for technical support within the Science Faculty for the 11 – 1+ age range. Knowledge of General Science would be an advantage. Part time or flexible working hours will be considered.

Drayton Manor is a heavily oversubscribed, diverse, vibrant and successful school with proud traditions and an excellent reputation. Our three values of Ambition, Character and Civic Virtue embody everything we do, from our wide and ambitious curriculum to the extensive charity and support work our students undertake in the wider community. We truly believe in developing young people to be successful citizens for the future.

Candidates who have extremely high expectations and are keen to take a full and active role in the life of the school are encouraged to apply. This role requires excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and a firm commitment to upholding the ethos, values and expectations of the school.

We offer

· The opportunity to work for an organisation which is values driven and places our students at the centre of everything we do

· The opportunity to work with fantastic students who are aspirational and driven to succeed

· Magnificent buildings and an attractive and harmonious working environment

· An exciting opportunity to be involved in shaping the future direction of the school.

The closing date is 12 noon, Monday 30 September 2026

Interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 30 September 2026

Drayton Manor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We recognise that this is an integral factor in recruitment and selection and is an essential part of creating safe environments for all children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo enhanced child protection screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Service.

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

No agencies or CVs.